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The Cottage at Eleven09--A Fine Guest Experience in Historic Abilene

Family-friendly holiday home in Abilene

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81566 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Abilene, TX
  • Place, McMurry University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Grace Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Paramount Theatre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Two Twins Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bedroom Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Cottage at Eleven09--A Fine Guest Experience in Historic Abilene

Enjoy the comfort of Eleven09, a curated historic cottage replete with vintage whimsy, situated in the heart of The Storybook Capital of Texas!
Eleven09 is centrally located near Downtown Abilene, McMurry University, Hardin-Simmons University, and Abilene Christian University. Our family friendly haven will envelop you with inviting warmth the moment you walk through the door.
The Cottage at Eleven09 property can accommodate a maximum of 8 guests. The Cottage is all on one floor and sleeps up to 8 in a comfortable master bedroom with king bed and ensuite bath featuring a walk-in shower, a bedroom with two twin beds, and a queen bedroom that share a full hall bathroom. Two more guests can be accommodated on the new living room queen size sofa bed with memory foam topper. The Cottage at Eleven09 also has a fully equipped kitchen, a dining room with seating for 6 plus an extra table available for seating an additional 6 guests, a washer/dryer, quality bed and bath linens, WIFI, and Smart TVs with live local and cable channels in all bedrooms, living room and back patio.
In the back garden, you can spend a lovely evening sipping a glass of wine or roasting marshmallows by the fire pit. There are plenty of tables and chairs for all guests to enjoy a meal alfresco. You’ll even find a swing in the corner of our cottage garden to daydream away your afternoon.
Abilene is full of kind, welcoming people. We live nearby and are available at a moment’s notice should a need arise. If you would like assistance with a reservation to the James Beard award-winning Perini Ranch Steakhouse (a must-do!), let us know. We would be happy to fill you in on the top rated local sites (which are all just a hop, skip and jump away) such as The Abilene Zoo, Frontier Texas!, The Grace Museum and The National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature. We can also connect you with our local partners who provide tours, catering and other services.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
ALL gatherings MUST be approved by the owner.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets are not permitted on or in the property.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This property is tobacco and illegal drug-free.
The renter must be in residence/staying at the property during the entirety of the reserved stay, no third party bookings.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: ALL gatherings MUST be approved by the owner.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Abilene

Downtown Abilene, a neighbourhood in Abilene, is home to this holiday home. Paramount Theatre and Buffalo Gap Historic Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rose Park Tennis Center and Wildflower Day Spa. Travelling with kids? Consider National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature, or check out an event or a game at Taylor County Expo Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Abilene, TX

What's nearby

  • McMurry University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rose Park Tennis Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grace Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Paramount Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Pig - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Armando's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage at Eleven09--A Fine Guest Experience in Historic Abilene pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cottage at Eleven09--A Fine Guest Experience in Historic Abilene?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage at Eleven09--A Fine Guest Experience in Historic Abilene?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage at Eleven09--A Fine Guest Experience in Historic Abilene?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage at Eleven09--A Fine Guest Experience in Historic Abilene located?

Located in Downtown Abilene, this family-friendly Abilene holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of McMurry University and Rose Park Tennis Center. Amy Graves Ryan Little Theatre and Wildflower Day Spa are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eleven-09 was a lovely stay. Beds were super comfortable and location was quiet. The host was very responsive and went above and beyond to leave some breakfast items for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was outstanding.  Charming house with modern bathrooms/kitchen and delightful back yard vibe perfect for hosting few friends.  Property description matched perfectly our experience.  Host Theo was outstanding, check-in and out were simple.  Great coffee selection provided plus thoughtful few items already in the fridge.  Kitchen also has a stand alone icemaker!  Highly recommend the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angell S., Hockley

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a quiet neighborhood

We loved this house! Every detail was thought of and all the decorations so cute. It had all the comforts of home, and in a convenient location to all the new downtown restaurants. We will definitely stay again when we come back to Abilene.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Maroulia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy, Clean and Comfortable Stay!

This house is clean, comfortable and in a nice quiet neighborhood! The hosts were friendly, communicated well and provided an amazing stay! Everything presented in the listing was as described! THANK YOU and we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kline O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This property was exactly as advertised, very well kept and well appointed, clean, and in a great neighborhood. Communication with the hosts was prompt, friendly and very helpful. We appreciated that they stocked the kitchen with a few food items to make sure we had breakfast handy in the morning. Maybe the best option for a stay in Abilene. Much appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise M., WICHITA FALLS

outstanding

Great experience. Clean, well-maintained, well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, new appliances. Had a brief problem with the tv which was addressed and remedied immediately. Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Love this home! Perfect!

We absolutely loved staying at Eleven09! It was beyond wonderful. We came to see our son at college and had a great family time together. It is decorated wonderfully, clean and had all the extras we needed and more. The beds were very comfortable. The backyard area was an added bonus. The flowers were beautiful! Melissa made us feel so at home and even made a cake to welcome us. We will definitely stay here again! Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

More than perfect!

We came to Abilene for the weekend of our daughter’s wedding. Everything at Eleven09 was more than perfect. The house and neighborhood are just adorable. The walk-in closet and full length mirror in the master suite fit the bill for us to get ready before the ceremony. The backyard gave us a very peaceful place to unwind, relax, and chat In the crisp Fall air the next morning before packing up to leave. The directions to get into the house and lock up were very easy to follow and we were even allowed to check in early since we arrived in town before the normal check in time. Melissa took the best care of us by leaving us some goodies in the fridge and being unobtrusive but readily available for any of our needs. Thanks, Melissa! I wish we could have stayed longer to fully enjoy all that Eleven09 has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeri F., Fort Collins, CO, USA

We can't wait to stay here again

We came to Abilene to visit grandma and other relatives and wanted a place where we could entertain them. The Cottage at Eleven09 was perfect for us. Not only is it beautifully decorated, but it was very comfortable and roomy. The owners had even decorated with seasonal decorations! The kitchen had everything I needed to prepare and serve a New Year's Eve dinner in style. Nice touches in the modern kitchen include gas cooktop, an ice machine, an outdoor gas grill, nice wine glasses, and a very well stocked Keurig machine. Even though the home has historical charm, everything that affects comfort was thoroughly modern, well thought out, and luxurious. We really appreciated the USB plugs on the alarm clocks, the telescoping makeup mirrors, the fine bed linens on comfortable beds, Fire sticks on every TV, and good Wifi. The owners met us with fresh baked pumpkin bread and showed us around. They even left a nice bottle of red wine, which was much appreciated after a long day in airplanes and cars. Everything about our stay was so wonderful. We can't wait to come back and stay again, hopefully in the summer, so we can enjoy the lovely back yard and patio. Finally

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best places I have stayed

One of the best rentals I have experienced. Lots of extra little touches. Communication with management was excellent. Was able to allow us to keep food in the fridge until we were leaving town. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting college student

This is such a great property! We were in town visiting our daughter at ACU. I would highly recommend this property if you would like to hang out & cook some of your own meals. Great location- very quiet. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mario G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Family Time!

Felt like home!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason G., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly Abilene

Our stay at Eleven09 easily bests all prior vacation rental home experiences. Every aspect of this home exceeded our expectations. No stone was unturned to ensure that we experienced a peaceful, relaxing, charming, and secure stay. The host was proactive, a great communicator, highly available, and very kind. We will certainly book our next Abilene stay here, again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage

This home is extremely charming with everything you need for a good stay! The hostess/owner went out of her way to ensure we had everything we need., and we were so grateful. Thanks, Jackie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Autumn C.

Beautiful and Clean

We enjoyed this beautiful home, it was clean and refreshing. The yard and landscaping will beckon you to just sit and admire it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Klaas W., Stanton

This House was the cleanest House we have ever rented

The House is very nice and the people are very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

SARAH T., Houston, USA

Wonderful property in every way! We will definitely return.

We can’t say enough about this property and the lovely host, Melissa. She kindly accommodated us on very short notice (NYE)! The house itself was very clean and very comfortable. No detail left out. The kitchen was outfitted with everything you’d need, an assortment of coffee and even a few thoughtful items in the fridge for our roadweary family. Kids cups, dishes and utensils too :) All the beds were very cozy, great linens. The bathrooms were immaculate with high end towels. The master bath was very updated and had a great walk-in closet. The living room was very comfortable and the Christmas tree was a sweet touch. We were so comfortable, nobody made it to midnight! Being good hosts is a real skill and Melissa and her husband have it! Thank you again. See you next time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Haley P.

So Cute!

The hosts thought of everything!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

Comfortable for the whole family

We loved our stay here. This property has the feel of a place that has been lived in, with a lot of new touches throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Excellent!

We had a wonderful stay at Eleven 09. The house is beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable - a true home away from home. We had 6 adults and 1 child staying; but there was plenty of room. We were able to comfortably host 20 for our family Christmas dinner! The backyard is perfect for gathering around the firepit, BBQ, TV and tables. Wonderful experience at a beautiful property in the heart of Abilene.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Noonan

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We are a professional couple living in the fantastic city of Abilene, TX. One is an architect and the other an attorney and real estate broker. We're big travelers as well and have stayed in our share of vacation rentals across the U.S. and abroad. We have included all the luxuries and amenities in our vacation rental, Eleven09, that we love while traveling. We're excited to host you in our cottage home!

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